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Origin Coffee (Scoresby Street)

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👍 The cafe is quite small, but it has a sense of warmth. The cappuccino wasn’t the best i’ve tried in the city, but the tiger drawn was very cute and delightful indeed. That’s something interesting that i would want to show my friends. The service was excellent; the woman at the counter was very kind... People often mention coffee, great, Great, good, London, friendly, staff, nice, Coffee, service,


Address

84 Scoresby St, London SE1 0XN, United Kingdom

Website

www.origincoffee.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 7928 3057

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (557 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 4:30 PM

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  • 4/5 Dubby Y. 4 months ago on Google • 330 reviews
    The cafe is quite small, but it has a sense of warmth. The cappuccino wasn’t the best i’ve tried in the city, but the tiger drawn was very cute and delightful indeed. That’s something interesting that i would want to show my friends. The service was excellent; the woman at the counter was very kind & friendly.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Aneta 1 year ago on Google
    Very impressed with this place. The coffee is great and they have a good selection of tea as well. Love the space and service is very nice but not overly friendly wich I appreciate. I took off one star because of the price of the food. I don't think £10 for a piece of sourdough toast with avocado is justified even if it's fresh ingredients and nicely flavoured. As it's a lunch menu I would expect bigger portion. Paid £36 for two of us and still felt hungry.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vicki 5 months ago on Google • 343 reviews
    Lucky that I found @origincoffeeshops to be very close to my hotel. Highly recommend to anyone staying in Southwark or Bankside area. The pastry was above average and the coffee was really good! Loved my cappuccino. I also really liked the vibes. There were people catching up, on a zoom call, reading a book, working on a laptop, etc. and it was still a fairly quiet and comfortable atmosphere!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 I W. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best cappuccino’s around! What a hidden gem. Update: came for lunch. Hearty portions! Relaxed atmosphere. Friendly staff.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 YuJen 1 year ago on Google • 120 reviews
    This is one of the coziest coffee shops in London. The interior is modern, bright and clean. They have a wide range of coffee beans and the food is tasty. It's suitable for either hanging out with friends or alone. I had slow stew lamb for lunch today, it was a bit heavy and chewy but otherwise it was nice. I will definitely recommend coffee lovers to come here!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Avinash B. 9 months ago on Google • 259 reviews
    I ordered the wrong beverage but, whilst it was double in price - I did enjoy, not just consumption but the explanation, the process and the delivery. I don’t know a lot about coffee I just consume but this variety was not only silky smooth and flavourful but perfect temperature. The pastry ordered was delicious and not ounce was this dry nor stale. Quality produce. Complemented my coffee perfectly. £9.50 in total for both the coffee and pastry. You pay for the quality, experience and solid barista experience whom not only explain the process but are extremely friendly, knowledgeable and polite. Definitely worth a visit given its nice location and ambiance. 5*
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric S. 7 months ago on Google • 253 reviews
    Favorite Coffee Shop in London 🇬🇧 Definitely check this spot out!! The baristas super friendly and the best at what they do. I’ve been traveling all around Europe for the last five weeks and I get a flat white everywhere I go…this place is at the top of my list ☕️ The Nicaraguan roast is perfect and the baristas add a special touch to make it even better! I HIGHLY recommend coming here!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephi 3 weeks ago on Google • 63 reviews New
    Had a nice morning coffee at Origin Coffee. The filter batch brew of the day was a delicious Nicaraguan coffee that was nutty and not bitter at all. I paired it with a flaky croissant, which was good too. (Total £7) It’s an open space sitting arrangement, that fills up quickly. The atmosphere is modern, the music fits perfectly with the easy going vibe. The staff was really friendly! Overall a good coffee experience!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carver B. 1 year ago on Google
    BEST MATCHA IVE EVER HAD!!! Wonderful vibe and presentation from this place. Kind employees and energizing drinks… will be returning on my next trip to London 🔥🔥🔥🍵 amazing breakfast sandwiches too. Nothing but fire from Origin.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adams_coffee 1 year ago on Google
    One of my new favourite coffee shops in London. Great coffee, awesome space and delicious avocado toast and brunch. Will be back
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalie 2 years ago on Google
    Quickly becoming one of my favorite cafes. Located in a quiet street in southwark, it’s a gorgeous place for catching up with friends, or to work in. Delightful and heart warming selection of beverages. They also have a breakfast/lunch menu available on weekdays.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Anastasia B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice soft coffee. Great vibe and plenty of space to sit and work or have brunch. Only one size of cups, unfortunately, which works well for coffee but is a bit disappointing if you are having tea. Go elsewhere if you’re looking for tea
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Azat P. 5 months ago on Google • 360 reviews
    Excellent cafe! Great quality coffee. Consistency is a big plus. I love the way they make each coffee, perfectly brewed, right temperature. Sometimes its crowded but absolutely worth it.

  • 5/5 Brian C. 7 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Cozy little coffee shop tucked away under the railway. The coffee tasted great with a well rounded flavour and body. Alternative drinks like the matcha latte is excellent as well. The store also offers a variety of blended fruit drinks. Danish pastry was delicious, not too sweet, good texture.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 laura m. 4 months ago on Google • 189 reviews
    I love origin coffee, and today's cappuccino was the best I had. The oat milk was so creamy and I spotted the last Land chocolate from Venezuela ( my country) ! Dairy free and gluten free! Lucky me! This made my day! I will come back. Thanks guys! Keep making delicious coffee.

  • 5/5 Ameen M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience with great coffee and the staff is so professional and smiley ☺ 👌 They deserve bonus in every serve. Well done ⭐❤
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin K. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best cafes in London. Relaxed, comfortable ambience, friendly passionate staff and beautiful food. I had the poached eggs and tomatoes on sourdough and switched the prosciutto for salmon. Perfectly cooked creamy eggs, salmon is smoked in London and everything tasted fresh and flavours worked well together. Of course it is started by Australians who I think do the best brunch in the world. I'm Australian of course. Highly recommend this place tucked away across the road from Southwark station.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tina S. 2 years ago on Google
    This place not only has a lovely vibe and friendly staff but the drinks are superb. I’ve tried the iced coffee and it was super flavoursome and not at all what I was expecting but definitely something I’d recommend. The matcha latte is also one of my favourites.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alex S. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely coffee and a great place to have brunch, although a little on the expensive side considering the small food portions
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grace G. 1 year ago on Google
    High quality, amazing coffee. Great baristas and an even more bomb playlist. We ordered the regular iced latte and an iced matcha and both were great. Super cozy vibes for studying and working too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert A. 4 years ago on Google
    Wherever I travel, I ask for a cappuccino with no additional information. It allows me to see and compare the product from anywhere. Origin is most definitely one of the best I have ever had. It's got a great open feeling, the food looks delicious, and the staff are quiet but very nice. Most definitely a great place to visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jani R. 1 year ago on Google
    Tried a toast from the breakfast menu along with filter coffee. Absolutely one of the best cafes I've ever visited. Excellent service and the premises and products were aesthetically pleasing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Fleshy C. 4 years ago on Google
    Sandwich so nice Coffee was ok
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave G. 4 months ago on Google • 62 reviews
    Excellent quality coffee - for my fellow northerners, Origin also supply the beans for Foundation Coffee in Manchester! The latte art was fantastic and the brewing set up was really high quality. The pasties were tasty, maybe not the freshest but they did fine alongside the brews. It's set in one of the old railway arches so it's perhaps a little too utilitarian inside but it was warm enough on a chilly November morning and there was lots of space for relaxing (or working). I ended up buying a bag of the special blend beans as well. Overall this is a great place for coffee in the area and we'll definitely come back again!

  • 5/5 Uknow 1 month ago on Google • 47 reviews New
    Matcha latte and banana finance ( I ain’t sure the name) were so good. They were not too sweet. The staff with cool tattoos were very kind.

  • 5/5 Worakamon S. 7 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    I have a cup of cold brew. Very good quality with outstanding taste note. It’s such one of the best place for specialty coffee lover. Highly recommend!!!

  • 4/5 Amjad A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place and atmosphere. My new haunt during the week. You will always be greeted with a smile from behind the counter. The coffee is pretty good. This is a gourmet coffeehouse with an experience to be savoured!

  • 5/5 S H. 4 years ago on Google
    Good coffee, pleasant service

  • 5/5 Robin S. 3 weeks ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    It’s such a vibe and the coffee is some of the best I had in London. Somehow, they managed to strike a balance between industrial and scandinavian design, while being very cosy still. Must go in London my James Hoffman fans.

  • 5/5 Matthew M. 4 years ago on Google
    Searched for a local coffee roasters and stumbled upon Origin. Friendly staff with unique food options and coffee drinks made with a massive attention to detail.

  • 5/5 Angela L. 2 years ago on Google
    Tasty coffee and friendly staff, would recommend!

  • 4/5 Borja B. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing coffee (and chai), lovely place, original and tasty food. The butternut squash toast (a lot of butternut squash, not too much toast) was delightfully spiced and it's (in my opinion) something original and different if you are trying to step out of the traditional brunch dishes (in general the food menu looks unconventional in the good sense). We also got a croissant pudding that was surprisingly good, sweet and mellow but not heavy (which is something I was expecting).

  • 5/5 Dena H. 4 years ago on Google
    We went there on a Saturday Afternoon and it was full! We had to wait for about half an hour for a table for 4 to get available but after getting the food we felt it really worth it!It became my number one brunch spot in London! The tastes are exceptionally good and the sauces they make are really clever blends! The portion is huge so it worths the price! Loved it!

  • 5/5 Wander G. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and decent amount of seating.

  • 5/5 Andrew S. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite cafes. Consistently amazing coffee and consistently fantastic service. I always walk out in a better mood 🙌

  • 4/5 麵豉湯 2 years ago on Google
    Coffee was great!! Nice place to read, work, chat with friends…

  • 5/5 Alisdair G. 2 years ago on Google
    Coffee done right - the ideal sweet spot that straddles (sometimes inaccessible) new wave coffee theory with classic crowd pleasing offerings. Brunch is killer and well curated, and the staff are super knowledgeable if you get the chance to have a chat in between the troves of customers!

  • 5/5 Amber T. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely cafe, tucked away off the main road! Very peaceful and quiet inside, great place to go for a catchup, with excellent coffee and even some available to buy always a bonus!

  • 5/5 Ralph B. 1 year ago on Google
    I was forced to do a latte art course here, I actually had fun and made good progress. The barrista was knowledgeable and friendly. Coffee from front of house was also great.

  • 5/5 Nora S. 11 months ago on Google
    Honestly... this place is THE definition of perfection 🥰 💞 😍 The whole interior design is soooo spot on that you instantly feel at home here (at least me). Coffee is INSANELY DELICIOUS 😋 and the food is exceptional as well. Staff is super friendly and really helpful as well. Loved it in here and would highly recommend

  • 5/5 ecmie l. 1 year ago on Google
    We were only in London for a few days but we ended up coming back here 3 times because we loved it so much! The ambiance is amazing--perfect to sit down and read/do some work or chat with a friend. I consistently got their matcha latte with oat milk which doesn't come with sweetener (which I like) and is pretty good! You can tell from the color of the matcha and the flavor that it is probably at least latte grade. Another plus is that they don't fill the entire cup with ice like they do in the states! A solid 2 cubes of ice did the job of keeping the drink cold and giving me plenty of delicious matcha to drink. I also tried their almond croissant, which was so amazingly buttery, flakey, and nutty. I just know that if I ever moved to London this would no doubt be my go to coffee shop!

  • 5/5 Jamie 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely tasting coffee, beautifully served and they have a great space in the arches. Only feedback is that the temperature of the milk was too low. I know it’s not meant to be hot but this was barely warm. Would like to try the coffee courses they run here

  • 5/5 Razvan C. 3 years ago on Google
    I have ordered coffee beans for the first time from Origin couple of days ago. I have received the parcel les than two days ( surprisignly with rm 48). The parcel contain a black strong cardboard box marked with the brand name in white, easy to read, beautiful typography. Inside the coffee, wrapped in black bags with grey print, so creative, right colors, so pleased for thr eye. Information about the coffee you chose on the front and back of the bag. The most important for me related the info is the brew method, that's gave you an idea at start without having the chance to waste to much coffee. A joy just opening and admiring the packaging. Couldn't find a negative thing yet, but was sure it will be about the taste as is coming to pull some shots. Fortunately wasn't the case as the coffee is just perfect balanced in espresso as in a con or chemex. A ideal product from top to bottom, delivered in time, awesome packaging, balanced taste of coffee.

  • 5/5 Roland G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little place to have a drink. Perfect cappuccino

  • 5/5 Luke S. 4 years ago on Google
    This place has a phenomenal vegan mozzarella. And great coffee.

  • 1/5 Aaron Lyle G. 4 years ago on Google
    Terribly inconsistent. I came 3 times in one week: first time had a lovely meal, despite them running out of about half the menu; second time the menu was quite limited as well so I just left; third time they had absolutely no food on offer at all apart from toast! And this was at the morning! Really not a motivating experience to return for a 4th time. I suggest they get their act together if they’re in the service of hospitality and food.

  • 4/5 Feoktist A. 4 years ago on Google
    Relaxed, comfortable ambiance, friendly passionate staff and beautiful food.

  • 5/5 Ian B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Cappuccino

  • 5/5 Dimitrios Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee!

  • 5/5 Matt W. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved it. Great coffee, great atmosphere. A joy for particular coffee lovers.

  • 5/5 Gabriel A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee!

  • 5/5 Borja R. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing coffee (flat white), lovely place.

  • 4/5 Chie M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place where you can drink unusual filter coffee in London. (Original) ロンドンで珍しいちゃんとしたフィルターコーヒーが飲めるところ。

  • 5/5 Ted L. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff are welcoming and friendly, show great passion, knowledge and pride over what they serve. Interior is beautiful, and the coffee is phenomenal. I had the Porton Gesha on espresso. Probably the best espresso I have ever had.

  • 5/5 Julia R. 4 years ago on Google
    This place rocks! We had the sourdough with eggs and salmon, and sourdough with squash and housemade cashew cheese. Everything was delicious. Must try the oyster mushrooms glazed with miso and sugar! They put a lot of effort into presenting the food beautifully with multiple colours and elegant garnishes. Will definitely be coming back!

  • 5/5 Bhavin S. 5 years ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee, food and service! A great little coffee spot in a quiet area. Cosy but a little cold on a chilly day!

  • 5/5 Sherif M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and food. Nice place to do some work.

  • 5/5 Dominic L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great spot for coffee, carefully poured and of a high quality. Some tasty food too, all in a very aesthetically pleasing building.

  • 5/5 grace m. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service, food and coffee really tasty. Nice haven in that area. I would recommend the miso mushrooms

  • 4/5 Jesse L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and food. Relaxed atmosphere. They were 30 mins late opening the shop on the day of our visit and offered us free coffee since we waited patiently for them to open.

  • 4/5 Omer M. 5 years ago on Google
    Vibrant coffee shop with a fresh & well designed look under the arches just a minute away from Southwark station. I love the array of mod bars (4 in a row) clearly catering for a busy rush at some point. There is a kitchen here with full lunch /brunch options. Food seems good here - I only tried the cakes which was excellent. Coffee is supposedly very good here. I had a batch brew which was just right (Colombian). There is a 20p discount for bringing your own cup which is a nice touch. Will certainly be back for more when in the area.

  • 5/5 Mircea-Gabriel S. 4 years ago on Google
    What can you not love about this place? The coffee is incredible, the setting is modern, chic and well thought out, and staff are friendly and nice. 5*!

  • 5/5 Annika D. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place for specialty coffee!!

  • 5/5 Ben H. 4 years ago on Google
    The coffee is wonderful, but don't miss out on the breakfast. Great food.

  • 4/5 Darren J. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent, clean and cosy coffee shop. Coffee was good but expensive for a very small cup!

  • 4/5 David M. 4 years ago on Google
    Good service, lovely cafe setting. Brunch is on the expensive side.

  • 5/5 Daniel C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and good deal when you buy a coffee and beans together. Food a little pricey but sure it is of great quality.

  • 5/5 Daniel W. 4 years ago on Google
    The staff (or the owner?) is 120% friendly and nice! He offered me free coffee for let me wait outside for a while. That was something I did not expect.

  • 5/5 Kamila T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee, great location for work with no noise from the street. Great Halloumi sandwich. The only thing I did mind was the cold, but that might be just me :))

  • 5/5 S O. 4 years ago on Google
    Brilliant chai and coffee! Service was great. V informative and knowledge about coffee for all you coffee lovers

  • 5/5 Matt F. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee both in store and take home beans (a coffee is included in the price). My only wish is that bean prices would be a little more simplified or marked on the bags. Will be back again!

  • 5/5 Aygül �. 4 years ago on Google
    They serve the best coffee in London. I would give 10 stars if it was possible :)

  • 5/5 Sunghee T. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the greatest coffees in London!

  • 5/5 Adam K. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best in London! Really enjoyed my experience and the coffee!

  • 5/5 Guy W. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee great place

  • 5/5 Huan N. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent coffee with great sourcing

  • 5/5 Emily Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Really really nice coffee shop!! Good taste coffee and bakery.

  • 5/5 Ben H. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic spot. Very friendly staff. Decent location, just off a main road in Southwark, although a little out of the way. Had a Wave brew of a beautiful washed Kenyan coffee (Makena). It was evenly extracted unlike most filter brews in good coffee shops. So juicy, with clear blackberry notes at the start and raspberry on the finish. Clean, smooth and crisp. Simply great. A touch pricey at £4 for a filter but was more than worth it. The low volume (normal) music playing contributes to the relaxed atmosphere. They also have a great retail shelf with lots of marvelous coffee and some brewing equipment! Highly recommended if you're in the area!

  • 5/5 Nick B. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best coffee shops in London. Nice food served throughout the day too.

  • 5/5 Alex V. 4 years ago on Google
    Picked up a quick lunch. Good vegan options

  • 5/5 James M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee.... lovely subtle tones


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Prepared foods
    • ✓️ Free water refills
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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